
What to Expect in an NVQ Professional Discussion
A calm, structured conversation with your assessor can unlock evidence that documents alone cannot show.
Professional discussions help assessors understand why you made decisions, how you apply standards, and whether your practice meets the qualification requirements.
They are not an interrogation. Prepare by reviewing the units you are covering and examples from recent work that demonstrate competence.
Preparation checklist
- Note examples linked to each criterion you need to cover
- Have supporting documents ready to reference
- Be ready to explain your role, limits of authority and follow-up actions
